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Iran braces for possible new conflict with US and Israel despite diplomatic talks

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Iran braces for possible new conflict with US and Israel despite diplomatic talks
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Iran is preparing for a possible new conflict with the United States and Israel, even as diplomatic channels remain open. Le Monde reports that Tehran says it is ready to respond to any attack while keeping contact with Washington through several regional intermediaries. The New York Times reports that Iran's leaders do not expect a major shift in Israeli or U.S. policy, whatever the outcome of the elections, as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seeks to stay in power and President Trump faces a tough midterm fight.

This continues an earlier story: Iran rejects U.S. surrender demands as delegations meet and fears of renewed fighting grow

Later: Netanyahu reportedly pressing Trump to attack Iran after US midterms · Iran on brink of new escalation with US as negotiations continue

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  1. Le Monde

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    Le Monde reports that Iran says it is ready to respond to any attack while keeping diplomatic channels open with Washington through several regional intermediaries.

  2. The New York Times

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    The New York Times reports that Iran is bracing for more war regardless of the outcome of the U.S. and Israeli elections, because its leaders do not expect a major shift in Israeli or U.S. policy.

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